WOD

Penny & Bradyn

“King Tut”
For Time:
50 Double unders
40 Wall balls (20/14)
30 C2B pull-ups
20 Burpee box jump overs (24/20)
30 C2B pull-ups
40 Wall balls
50 Double unders

Box Brief:
We are very proud to welcome the newest member to our coaching staff, Tracy Gifford! Scroll down to read her bio and learn more!

Tracy

I was terrified to start CrossFit. I did intramural sports as a kid and played volleyball in high school, but I was positive that CrossFit was only for elite athletes. NOTHING about my postpartum body felt elite. When I walked into CF Apollo for the first time, intimidated and uncertain, I was a floundering mom barely making it through the day without a meltdown. The gym soon became my home and the people here, my family. Four years have since passed. Over that time, not only has CrossFit gotten me into the best physical shape of my life, but it helps me keep my daily sanity, it’s built my confidence, and it inspires me to strive for more!

Nothing brings me more joy than encouraging others along their journey while watching them find their groove and thrive! If I can pay forward even a fraction of what CrossFit Apollo has done for me I know that this will be an exciting and fulfilling adventure.

Before becoming a mom, I was an educator for the Clark County School District with a masters degree in Educational Administration. Now I spend my days owning and operating StayFitMom.com. My husband Chris and I have been married for 11 years. When we’re not in the gym, you can find us at home chasing our three crazy boys (ages 6, 4, and 1). We enjoy an active lifestyle that consists of hiking, camping, travel, and Jesus.

David B

Power Snatch
Build to 1 rep max

“Isabel”
30 Snatches (135/95)

Box Brief:
Congrats to Craig Johnson for being the July Member of the Month at Apollo! Scroll down to learn more about Craig.

Craig

Congrats Craig. You have been selected to join the prestigious and celebrated group of “Apollo Members of the Month!” Everyone is waiting with baited breath for the inside look on what makes “The Craigster” tick.

From where do you matriculate and what brought you to Sin City?
I’ve never attended college but if you are insinuating what I think you are…
I’m from the mountains of Northern California in a town called Placerville, which is full of history from the gold rush. Honestly what brought me to Vegas is my mom was chasing the wiener, so that’s how I ended up in Vegas. Got to love her!!

You’re a deep-thinking dude. Are there one or 2 things you prefer to contemplate or will any subject do?
No subject will DO, time is a precious resource. I question myself on everything, is what I’m doing for my highest good and can I or could I have done better. Second, my newest contemplation right now is real estate investing, and how can I utilize my resources to bring my first investment together in the near future.

You’ve just won the lottery. What’s the first ridiculous thing you would buy and the first indulgence you would allow yourself?
Depends on the amount, will say 500 mill. First, I would get an LLC and then buy an Apartment complex, 100 plus units. Indulgence would be a Chevy diesel truck.

You are super friendly with everyone. What do you like most about people?
I like that everyone has a story and experiences to share, and as they’re conveying their story. They just might be someone who can help you achieve your goals and move into a new ascension of your life. Anything is possible.

If someone were to build a statue to memorialize you what would it look like and where would it stand? Perhaps you can suggest an inscription?
It would look like Momica, she does so much for Apollo and I feel like I can speak for everyone that we are all grateful for her. A statue doesn’t do justice because it’s not the Momica we have grown to love. Thanks for everything. Someone just scored brownie points.

Stephanie

Box Brief:
Happy Sunday and welcome to the blog! This weekend was full of inspirational moments for me and many members of the gym. There is no better feeling than watching someone work hard everyday and succeed at their goals. The truly amazing part is watching each person’s path to success. Sometimes people make it look easy, and that can be discouraging for those of us finding difficulty in training. I have the unique opportunity to see those individuals workout everyday, they go through tough times or “valleys” just like the rest of us. You might be going through your own valley right now. But I want you to remember that success is on the other side. Don’t give up on anything because it’s difficult, stay your path and the results will come. As always, enjoy the rest of your weekend and I’ll see you soon.